Geotechnical Project Manager

Verdantas LLC; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Paid parental leave

Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

401(k) with company match

Paid time off + holidays

Job summary

Verdantas LLC is seeking a Geotechnical Project Manager in Mentor, OH, to lead geotechnical teams and drive client growth for high-profile projects. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in civil/geotechnical engineering and 4+ years of experience, with strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities include managing project profitability, overseeing technical operations, and communicating complex concepts to stakeholders. The position offers competitive salary and benefits including a flexible work environment, medical insurance, and a 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license, or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• US citizenship or permanent residency.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop geotechnical teams for multi-project delivery.
• Drive business development and client growth across key markets.
• Oversee operational and financial performance of projects.
• Manage geotechnical explorations and provide expert recommendations.
• Communicate complex engineering concepts effectively.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Technical expertise

Communication skills

Leadership abilities

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil/geotechnical engineering

Graduate degree preferred

Job description

Geotechnical Project Manager

Location: Mentor, OH (or any Northeast Ohio office).

Role Summary: Lead and develop geotechnical teams, provide technical oversight, and drive business development and client growth for high‑profile projects across the region.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop geotechnical teams, providing technical oversight, mentorship, and resource planning to support multi‑project delivery.
• Drive business development and client growth, securing new work, building strategic relationships, and positioning geotechnical services across key markets.
• Oversee operational and financial performance, manage project profitability, ensure QA/QC standards, and contribute to strategic growth initiatives.
• Lead field investigations, engineering analyses, and provide expert recommendations.
• Manage geotechnical explorations, soils/materials testing, and lab quality.
• Partner with clients to deliver exceptional service, plan subsurface investigations, review construction drawings, prepare proposals, and resolve design challenges.
• Communicate complex engineering concepts to technical and non‑technical audiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil/geotechnical engineering (graduate degree preferred).
• 4+ years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license, or the ability to obtain one within twelve months.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and diverse technical expertise.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Willingness to travel and a valid driver’s license.
• US citizenship or permanent residency.

Salary and Benefits

Salary Range: The minimum salary for this position is $90,000.00 (negotiable based on experience and qualifications). Final offer depends on location, skills, and certifications.

Benefits:

• Flexible work environment
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off + holidays

Equal Employment Opportunity

Verdantas is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit and reward employees based on capability and performance – regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected classes.

EEO Statement: EOE race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/veteran.